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The Housewarming, from The Ingoldsby Legends by Thomas Ingoldsby, published
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The Housewarming, from The Ingoldsby Legends by Thomas Ingoldsby, published
KW342800 The Housewarming, from The Ingoldsby Legends by Thomas Ingoldsby, published by Richard Bentley & Son, 1887 (litho) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Ingoldsby aka Richard Harris Barham (1788-1845); first published 1840-43; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12861678
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Creepy Devil Devilish Doublet And Hose Elizabethan Costume Frightened Luring Ruff Collar Scared Sinister Summoning
The Housewarming - A Sinister Victorian Tale Unveiled in a Captivating Lithograph
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This intriguing lithograph, titled "The Housewarming" transports us back to the enchanting world of Thomas Ingoldsby's Legends. Published in 1887 by Richard Bentley & Son, this print captures the essence of an eerie and captivating story that has stood the test of time. Within the illustration, we are drawn into an Elizabethan interior where a male and female figure stand amidst devilish allure. The sinister atmosphere is palpable as they summon something otherworldly, their intentions unclear but undoubtedly unsettling. The boy in the foreground appears frightened and scared, his wide eyes reflecting both curiosity and terror. The artist John Leech masterfully brings this legend to life with intricate details such as doublet and hose costumes adorned with ruff collars - a true homage to the Elizabethan era. Every stroke adds depth to this haunting scene, leaving viewers captivated by its dark allure. As we gaze upon this lithograph from Fine Art Finder's private collection, our imagination runs wild with questions about what lies beyond these walls. It serves as a reminder of how storytelling can transcend time and transport us into worlds filled with mystery and intrigue. Let this print be a conversation starter; let it invite you to explore your own interpretation of "The Housewarming" while marveling at its Victorian charm.
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